Manufacturing and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Edge Computing and AI in Manufacturing
With Tacton we wanted to give users the flexibility and configuration options they need to outfit their facility, while ensuring the system was reliable, secure, and easy to install.
The Evolution of MQTT: Empowering Industrial Automation for 25 Years and Beyond
In manufacturing and industrial automation, the evolution of communication protocols has been pivotal in shaping operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, and overall innovation. Among these, MQTT stands as a beacon of connectivity
Do You Know the Role of Tracking in Augmented Reality?
Tracking is used in the DELMIA Augmented Experience solution to identify the equipment to be assembled or inspected. Thanks to its 3D model, it simultaneously locates several elements at once, and displays the digital information required for the industrial process.
Automate 2024 Product Preview
Automate 2024 takes place May 6th - 9th in Chicago, Illinois. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.
Liquid-cooling VFD Increases Efficiency and Savings in Plastics Machinery
With operations running 24/7, 365 days a year, the company sought to upgrade its variable frequency drives (VFDs) to increase motor efficiency, thus reducing operational costs and enhancing energy efficiency throughout its extrusion processes.
Considerations for Choosing the Right Encoder for Your Application
Depending on the encoder, resolution is one of the most important calculations to understand. Accurate print landing, accurate conveyor speed, accurate satellite positioning, accurate elevator control all hinge on the resolution and type of encoder.
Additive Manufacture: In-house 3D Printing versus Outsourced 3D Printing Service
In this 3-part series of articles, we will embark on a comprehensive exploration of 3D printing / additive manufacturing (AM), where our main focus is empowering you to make informed decisions about how to engage with the technology across an ever-evolving landscape.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Stories
The most compact Motion Control System on the market
FAULHABER is introducing a new Motion Control System. More precisely: The world's smallest Integrated Motion Controller.
Unlocking Customer Experience: The Critical Role of Your Supply Chain
Cost implications play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional experiences for end-users. By optimizing expenses, businesses can allocate resources to enhance product quality and service delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Three layers of predictive maintenance - New horizons in a world of AI and Big Data
The key difference between preventive maintenance and predictive maintenance is that the latter means completing maintenance only when needed, as opposed to scheduled intervals.
Manufacturing and Automation - News Headlines
High Speed Piezo Actuators for Micro- and Nano-Dispensing
Highest repetition rates, reliable operation, and customizable design are strengths of PI's newest piezo ceramic actuators.
HellermannTyton Announces Second-Generation Application Tools
EVO® cable tie application tools get a refresh.
Unlocking Efficiency: NORD Introduces Gear Motor QR Codes for Faster Access to Product Information
The QR codes enable users to quickly access product specifications, documentation, and request services for their specific unit.
NRI hosts Massive Stockroom Clearout Auction featuring 40,000+ Industrial Parts Valued at Over $7 M.
NRI Industrial Sales, a leading provider of industrial surplus, is excited to announce its upcoming complete stockroom clearout auction, showcasing an extensive inventory valued at over $7 million. This exclusive event will feature more than 40,000 industrial parts and equipment sourced from multiple manufacturing facilities.
The auction will conclude on May 16th at 2:00 PM EDT, offering an opportunity for businesses, contractors, and resellers to acquire high-quality industrial assets across a wide range of brands and categories. Notable categories within the inventory include:
Automation & Control - Over 5,000 parts
Electrical - More than 1,400 components
Valves & Plumbing - Featuring 4,700+ parts
Tools & Instrumentation - Beyond 1,900 parts
"We are thrilled to bring such a comprehensive collection of industrial parts to auction. Make sure to mark your calendar and seize the opportunity to bid on our massive inventory for substantial savings!" said Ilan Levitin, Director of Sales at NRI.
NRI encourages bidders to schedule visits to their warehouse for inspections, allowing them to gain satisfaction and confidence in their bidding decisions. Interested bidders from all over the world can participate by visiting www.nriauctions.us and join the online auctions.
SIBERprotect™ delivers automatic cyber response solution for industrial OT systems
Advanced, real-time, cyber-attack response limits the impact within milliseconds at machine speed, isolates and quarantines the infected production equipment to facilitate faster resumption of normal operations
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Product
ELATEC RFID Systems - Ensure only those authorized have access
With a tap of the badge, RFID readers from ELATEC provide secure, reliable and easy-to-use user authentication, access control and usage tracking of hardware and software in industrial automation processes. Reader durability in harsh plant floor environments is another essential feature. Choose the right authentication and access control solution and extend RFID card-based capability for the access control of PLC, robot and HMI automation controller software and devices requiring special operator training.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Company
MoviTHERM
MoviTHERM - Advanced Thermography Solutions is a FLIR Systems, Inc. distributor for FLIR thermal cameras and application specific thermal imaging solutions. The company offers infrared thermal imaging systems for remote monitoring, automated thermal imaging and non-destructive testing.
